Hi guys I have a Remington 1903 serial dates it built during the war and the barrel is ordnance marked 42 as well. Only thing I think has been replaced on it is the stock as it has an excellent condition C walnut stock. As most know the U.S. didn't usually serial match its old mil guns but as far as I can tell all metal is original besides the front sight blade and possibly rear sight ladder. The patina on the rest of the metal pieces matches and is uniform. One punch next to the serial on receiver indicates only one factory re-entry during which I guess it was good enough not to change the barrel as that is still original 1942. Wish it could talk. I imagine some young Marine sloshing thru the bush with this gorgeous gun.
Anyhow my question to you collectors out there is where to place a value on this one. GB is kinda all over the place depending on how many factory refurbished or lower for replaced barrels etc. I know not having the original stock hurts it a bit but the metal is what makes this rifle amazing. I have seen anywhere from 800 w/ bids for rifles not nearly as correct as mine and on up. I want to price this one right to sell quick as I have my eye on something I just have to have. I know I know pics are worth a 1000 words and I'll try to get to them when I get to my PC.
Thanks.
Anyhow my question to you collectors out there is where to place a value on this one. GB is kinda all over the place depending on how many factory refurbished or lower for replaced barrels etc. I know not having the original stock hurts it a bit but the metal is what makes this rifle amazing. I have seen anywhere from 800 w/ bids for rifles not nearly as correct as mine and on up. I want to price this one right to sell quick as I have my eye on something I just have to have. I know I know pics are worth a 1000 words and I'll try to get to them when I get to my PC.
Thanks.